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FRANCIS BOMBARA Obituary
FRANCIS J. BOMBARA (Age 87)
On Sunday, August 17, 2014, of Silver Spring, MD. Beloved husband of Nora Griffin Bombara; loving father of Carolan B. Stansky (Brian D.), Tracy A. Bombara and MaryEllen Bombara; proud grandfather of Emily, Mark and Peter Stansky; devoted brother of Helen Shannon (the late Paul) and Elaine Kelly (Jack). Also survived by several nieces and nephews. Frank was a veteran of WWII and the Korean War. He retired after 37 years working for the U.S. Department of Defense. Relatives and friends may call at Collins Funeral Home, 500 University Boulevard West, Silver Spring, MD (Valet Parking) Wednesday, August 20 from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Bernadette Catholic Church, 72 University Blvd. East, Silver Spring, MD, on Thursday, August 21 at 11 a.m. Interment in Douglas, MA. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to St. Bernadette School, 70 University Blvd. East, Silver Spring, MD 20901. (Memo: Frank Bombara Memorial)www.COLLINSFUNERALHOME.com
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Lora Hartman
September 8, 2014
Dear Carolan,
I was so sad to hear of your Dad's passing. I know you, your sisters and mom were very devoted to making sure he received the best care as his health declined. I'll always remember your Dad relaxing in the recliner as I dropped to by to visit you. It was great to chat a bit about our lives and catch up. I will miss seeing your Dad!
Know that I am lifting you and your family up in my prayers!
Joan Boehm
August 23, 2014
Nora, Please accept my condolences to you and the family upon Frank's passing. For many years I had the distinct pleasure of working with Frank at the Agency. We were friends and often talked about our families. I am so sorry I did not get to Frank's Mass. I did not know Frank had passed until it was too late. He will be in my prayers. My best to you and the family.
Joan Boehm
Eileen Seguin
August 21, 2014
Dear Mary Ellen,
My deepest condolences to you and your family at the passing of your dear Dad. I will always remember your Dad's kind face. It would "light up" when I brought him the little Tortino pizzas at your holiday cookie parties. You will remain in my thoughts and prayers.
Jim Lally
August 20, 2014
My sincere condolences to the Bombara family. Frank and I worked/lived together at the CIA infirmary during my junior Yr ('54-'55). He was chief and I his asst. in Albert Hall. We got along great and he taught me "the ropes". Much later I did some work for DoD and would occasionally him meet in the hallway and take a minute to catch up. Frank was a wonderful man who had many friends. He will be missed by all.
Bette Taylor
August 19, 2014
Frank, a wonderful friend and next door neighbor to my parents and to me for many many years! I shared my soup and breads with him and he put the paper on my porch every morning. My love and prayers go out to Nora and the family I watched grow up on Eastmoor Drive. God Bless you all.....Bette
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